Church ward is located in the eastern part of Reading, bordered by the River Kennet and the A329 road. The area includes residential neighborhoods, industrial estates, and green spaces like Palmer Park. It is well-connected to the town center and other parts of Reading via public transport and major roads.
The ward is home to a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, catering to a range of residents. Local amenities include schools, shops, and leisure facilities, with the Reading Retail Park providing shopping options. The presence of the river and parks offers recreational opportunities for the community.
On average Church has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Church is £50,515 per year. There are 6 schools in Church: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 64 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in Church area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,035,000.
Type | Sales | Median |
---|---|---|
Detached | 8 | £857,500 |
Flats | 10 | £207,500 |
Semi-Detached | 30 | £392,500 |
Terraced | 16 | £340,000 |
10 years price trend in Church
RG27QL
Callington Road
RG28AL
Whitstone Gardens
RG28BE
Whitley Wood Road
RG27DT
Shinfield Road
RG27DZ
Shinfield Road
RG27LX
Sycamore Road
RG27RH
Chudleigh Gardens
RG27SG
Dawlish Road
RG27SR
Tavistock Road
RG28AH
Stockton Road
RG28DE
Northumberland Avenue
RG27EP
Poplar Gardens
RG27HQ
Northcourt Avenue
RG27JE
Cressingham Road
RG27NS
Axbridge Road
RG27RP
Monksbarn
RG27RX
Cressingham Road
RG27SD
Dawlish Road
RG28AU
Sheldon Gardens
RG28DG
Northumberland Avenue
RG28HY
Whitley Wood Road
RG27HU
Windermere Road
RG27LG
Staverton Road
RG27NN
Blagdon Road
RG27RA
Brixham Road
RG27SE
Callington Road
RG27SS
Brent Gardens
RG28BA
Merton Road North
RG28JH
Mitford Close
RG27DB
Leighton Park
RG27DX
Devonshire Park
RG27ED
Shinfield Road
RG27LY
Sycamore Road
RG27RZ
Cressingham Road
RG28AY
Chagford Road
RG65TZ
South Drive
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.